The moment I saw this absolutely adorable hipster cat quilt from Shwin & Shwin I knew I had to bring it to you. Look at those glasses and bow tie! This pattern just makes me smile.
Measuring 44″ x 44″ … Read More ...
How to Avoid Folds and Pleats When Using a Domestic Sewing Machine
One thing I often struggle with when quilting on my domestic sewing machine is avoiding folds and pleats. This helpful article from The Little Mushroom Cap is a good resource to help out with that issue.
It is so … Read More ...
10 Free Christmas Free-Motion Quilting Designs
Are you looking for ways to add some extra charm to your Christmas quilts? One way is to free-motion quilt them with holiday motifs. You can make up your own or try one of these 10 beautiful designs.
- Lori Kennedy
Free Winter Snowmen Quilt Pattern
The folks over at Tilda bring us another wonderful quilt pattern that is free. This one is called Happy Winter Snowman and it is delightful.
Per their website it is suitable for intermediate quilters with a moderate difficulty level. When … Read More ...
Merry and Bright Set of Fat Quarters
If you need to build up your holiday fabric stash then look no further than this gorgeous set of 26 fat quarters from the Fat Quarter Shop. Wow! Designed by Me & My Sisters Designs, each one is absolutely darling.… Read More ...
Christmas Baubles Free Quilt Pattern
Who doesn’t love some Christmas Baubles? I know I do and I especially like them when they are made out of fabric. Look at the darling quilt pattern from Jen Daly Quilts for Moda Bake Shop. It is just … Read More ...
Book Review – It’s Sew Emma Vintage Christ mas Quilt Book
6 Sensational Creativebug Christmas Stocking Classes
What is Christmas without a stocking? I still have my stocking that was made for me when I was born. Special memories are made with those festive sock shaped containers. People all over the world anxiously await the moment they … Read More ...
How to Make a Freeform Rose Quilt Block
From New Quilters comes this interesting and fun tutorial on how to make a rose quilt block. It is an almost freeform technique that leads to beautiful results.
You don’t need any fancy tools, just pins, fabric and a ruler … Read More ...
Free Pinwheels and Patchwork Christmas Quilt Pattern
I think that the thing that stood out to me right away on this Christmas quilt from Andy over on A Bright Corner, was the black sashing. It is not normally a color that I associate with the holidays, … Read More ...
How to Make a Mitered Corner on a Quilt Border
Are you ready to learn how to do a mitered border for your quilts? It is really not that hard and this tutorial from Amy of Amy’s Creative Side shows you how to do it.
With a video, step-by-step instructions, … Read More ...
5 Festive Hanukkah Quilt Patterns
The festival of lights, Hanukkah, is a special time of the year and festive blue and silver decorations abound. Here are 5 quilt patterns available to purchase over on Etsy. These are all digital downloads so make sure to read … Read More ...
Reverse Appliqué Quilt Techniques
For an interesting appliqué technique, you may want to take a look at reverse appliqué. Geta’s Quilting Studio wrote this blog post that demonstrates the way she does it.
Complete with plenty of photos, she shows you what methods she … Read More ...
Sunset at Sea Quilt Pattern
Check out this gorgeous quilt pattern you can purchase over on Connecting Threads. Wow!
Designed by The Fabric Addict, the pattern contains instructions for two sizes, lap and queen. The use of the various colors to achieve an ombré … Read More ...
Book Review – The Patchsmith’s Christmas Mug Rugs
The Patchsmith’s Christmas Mug Rugs
Add a touch of fabric fun to your Christmas with ten seasonal mug rug designs from the Patchsmith. Easy patchwork and quick fusible appliqué combine helping you create unique handmade mini quilts to … Read More ...